Psychiatric Assessment: Pre and Post Admission
This book consists of a series of assessments designed for professionals working with mentally disordered offenders and clients with challenging behaviours. It is written for psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, probation officers and professionals involved in court diversion schemes and is for use both before and after admission. Clearly laid out, and taking a holistic approach, each section focuses on a specific topic, giving the practitioner a tool that will capture essential and relevant information and enabling care teams to develop a comprehensive and consistent management strategy. Comprehensive in scope, users can select from the more specific sections those appropriate for use with particular clients. Forensic issues are covered as well as those for general use.
This is a practical and user-friendly book; it contains the detail to ensure an accurate, objective assessment and is designed to adapt to each user's particular needs. The format allows and encourages additions to give a complete picture of the individual. Already extensively tested, this material is in current use.

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Psychiatric Assessment: Pre and Post Admission
This book consists of a series of assessments designed for professionals working with mentally disordered offenders and clients with challenging behaviours. It is written for psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, probation officers and professionals involved in court diversion schemes and is for use both before and after admission. Clearly laid out, and taking a holistic approach, each section focuses on a specific topic, giving the practitioner a tool that will capture essential and relevant information and enabling care teams to develop a comprehensive and consistent management strategy. Comprehensive in scope, users can select from the more specific sections those appropriate for use with particular clients. Forensic issues are covered as well as those for general use.
This is a practical and user-friendly book; it contains the detail to ensure an accurate, objective assessment and is designed to adapt to each user's particular needs. The format allows and encourages additions to give a complete picture of the individual. Already extensively tested, this material is in current use.

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Psychiatric Assessment: Pre and Post Admission

Psychiatric Assessment: Pre and Post Admission

by Valerie Anne Brown
Psychiatric Assessment: Pre and Post Admission

Psychiatric Assessment: Pre and Post Admission

by Valerie Anne Brown

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Overview

This book consists of a series of assessments designed for professionals working with mentally disordered offenders and clients with challenging behaviours. It is written for psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, probation officers and professionals involved in court diversion schemes and is for use both before and after admission. Clearly laid out, and taking a holistic approach, each section focuses on a specific topic, giving the practitioner a tool that will capture essential and relevant information and enabling care teams to develop a comprehensive and consistent management strategy. Comprehensive in scope, users can select from the more specific sections those appropriate for use with particular clients. Forensic issues are covered as well as those for general use.
This is a practical and user-friendly book; it contains the detail to ensure an accurate, objective assessment and is designed to adapt to each user's particular needs. The format allows and encourages additions to give a complete picture of the individual. Already extensively tested, this material is in current use.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781853025754
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication date: 09/01/1997
Series: Forensic Focus
Edition description: New Edition
Pages: 76
Product dimensions: 8.35(w) x 11.69(h) x 0.20(d)

About the Author

Valerie Anne Brown is a Team Leader at Broadmoor Hospital.

Table of Contents

Authors acknowledgements. Foreword. Instructions for use. 1. Basic care issues. 2. Medical history. 3. Incident history. 4. External network. 5. Behaviour at night. 6. Life experiences. 7. Security issues. 8. Previous placements/treatments. 9. Significant events. 10. Social behaviour. 11. Recreational activities. 12. Threat/fantasy issues. 13. Sexual issues. 14. Loss/Bereavement. 15. Self harming behaviours. 16. Hostage taking history. 17. Eating issues. 18. Arson. Appendix.
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